Discover Costa Brava
On the Costa Brava, nature is dense, reaching right down to the sea. You can visit landscapes such as the Cap de Creus Natural Park, the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà, the Montgrí massif and the Medes Islands, always with great care because they are all protected areas.
Between Portbou and Blanes we have 200km of coastline, where we find beaches and coves hidden between cliffs. They are idyllic, as are the fishing villages of Cadaqués and Calella de Palafrugell. We can also find four botanical gardens by the sea, the Banyoles lake and the Bay of Roses.
This land has inspired writers, poets, musicians and artists of all times. The landscape, the richness of its history and culture captivated them, as did anyone who let themselves be lost in these landscapes and towns.
If you come to the Costa Brava, don’t miss the Greco-Roman ruins of Empúries, the medieval towns, the Jewish quarter of Girona, the ceramic tradition of La Bisbal d’Empordà or the surrealist imprint of Salvador Dalí.
BEACH
The beaches of the Costa Brava are true natural treasures, characterized by their crystal clear waters and a diversity of landscapes that captivate any visitor. From long stretches of golden sand to small secluded coves surrounded by pine trees and cliffs, each coastal corner offers a unique experience. Beaches like Aiguablava, with its turquoise hue and peaceful surroundings, invite you to relax and take a leisurely swim; while Sa Conca, near S’Agaró, captivates with its elegance and quality services.
All these beaches, in addition to their visual appeal, are framed by coastal paths such as the Camí de Ronda, which allows you to travel through rugged landscapes and discover new horizons between viewpoints and Mediterranean vegetation. Thus, the Costa Brava reveals itself as a mosaic of marine sensations and contrasts, where each beach tells its own story and promises unforgettable memories by the sea.
BIKE – HIKING
Cycling the Costa Brava is an experience that combines sport, adventure and unforgettable landscapes. From coastal paths that skirt cliffs to rural paths that cross vineyards and historic villages, each route invites you to discover a mosaic of different sensations.
For those who want to go hiking and seek direct contact with the sea, the Camí de Ronda offers an unparalleled option. They allow you to travel through hidden coves and spectacular viewpoints. From Sant Feliu de Guíxols to Begur, the paths wind through pine trees, rocks and the intense blue of the Mediterranean.
Those who prefer circular routes can explore the surroundings of Calella de Palafrugell, Pals and Peratallada, where quiet paths between vineyards and olive groves lead to medieval villages and postcard beaches. More experienced cyclists will find the climbs to the Gavarres massif or Cap de Creus challenges that match their passion.
In short, the Costa Brava is not only a paradise for sea lovers, but also for those who want to experience it on two wheels or on foot, exploring at their own pace corners where nature and culture embrace with each pedal stroke.
NEARBY TOWNS
Among the towns that deserve a visit on the Costa Brava, gems such as Cadaqués, with its bohemian atmosphere and white houses overlooking the sea; Calella de Palafrugell, famous for its rocky coves and its seaside atmosphere; and Tossa de Mar, where the medieval walls embrace an old town full of history. Pals, with its perfectly preserved Gothic town and cobbled streets, invites you to get lost without rushing, while Begur surprises with its castles and views over coves with crystal-clear waters.
Less well-known but equally charming, Peratallada transports you back to the Middle Ages with its walls and towers, and Empuriabrava, with its network of navigable canals, adds a different touch to the coastal experience. A mention cannot be missed of Llafranc and Tamariu, small fishing villages where authenticity and tranquility reign in front of the Mediterranean. Each of these places offers its own rhythm and personality and turns the Costa Brava into a mosaic of villages where tradition, landscape and culture walk hand in hand.
CULTURE AND MUSIC
Festivals and traditions
The Costa Brava awakens with the arrival of good weather thanks to an intense cultural agenda. Music and performing arts festivals are spread throughout the coastal and inland strip, adapting to settings of great beauty: from botanical gardens to castles, medieval squares and hidden coves.
- The Cap Roig Festival, held in the botanical gardens of Calella de Palafrugell
- The Porta Ferrada Festival, in Sant Feliu de Guíxols
- Jazz and habaneras: In Palafrugell and Llafranc
- Sardanas and major festivals: The sardana, a collective dance that symbolizes Catalan identity and brings together people of all ages in squares and popular festivals, cannot be missed.
Art and heritage
Where there is music, there is art, and on the Costa Brava this statement is represented in every corner. Museums, galleries and interpretation centres allow visitors to discover the work of universal artists and local creators who dialogue with the environment and collective memory.
- Dalí’s footprint: The Dalí triangle, formed by the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres, the House-Museum in Portlligat (Cadaqués) and the Castle of Púbol, constitutes an essential route to understand the connection between the surrealist genius and the region.
- Contemporary galleries: In towns such as Casavells, Cadaqués and Begur, contemporary art galleries, ceramic workshops and creative spaces where traditional craftsmanship merges with modern languages are proliferating.
- Ethnographic museums: These museums, such as the one in Palafrugell or the one in Palamós, and the one in L’Escala, offer a look at the daily life of the region over the centuries, from fishing and agriculture to textile crafts.